Our mission statement and vision
The Almeida Theatre's mission statement includes:
- To produce an eclectic programme of classical and contemporary plays drawn from world drama to the highest possible standards.
- To respond to the specific opportunities offered by the building in its unique ability to unite the epic and the intimate.
- To be brave, risk-taking and cutting edge - be it through choice of play, author, director or leading actor.
- To develop sustainable, closely collaborative relationships with local schools and groups through the Almeida Projects initiative.
- To be as inclusive and accessible as possible, in order to attract the widest possible audience.
- To develop and foster a happy, thriving, fully motivated staff
Please also see our section on Artistic Vision.
Hiring the theatre
If you would like to hire the Almeida Theatre please send an email to
info@almeida.co.uk. Hiring of the auditorium is always subject to the restrictions of the current productions set design and timings.
Ticket refunds and exchanges
Tickets can be exchanged for a different date within the same production (subject to availability). Please note we require at least two days notice to exchange tickets. If there is no alternative date that you are able to attend the performance we can try and re-sell your tickets (if we have sold all other tickets first). We do not offer refunds on tickets except in the case of a cancelled performance, where a full refund will be offered. Any tickets bought online are non-refundable and non-transferable as per our terms and conditions.
Tickets booked via our ticket agents, See Tickets, must be exchanged by them and not by the Almeida. See Tickets can be contacted on 020 7494 5381
Please see our full terms and conditions
Online booking problems
Please contact us if you are having problems booking tickets online, or if you are unsure whether your booking has been processed, please email internetbookings@almeida.co.uk. where we can check that the booking has been successful.
Alternatively, call the Box Office between 10am and 6pm, Monday to Saturday on 020 7359 4404 and one of our Box Office assistants will assist you.
Past production programmes
Past production programmes are available at a cost of £2.50, including postage. Please email info@almeida.co.uk with the name of the production or write to us enclosing a cheque made out to 'Almeida Theatre'. Please note that these are subject to availability.
Photography
If you have an enquiry regarding photography and usage, please email marketing@almeida.co.uk with a detailed request and we will do our best to assist you
Working at the Almeida
Careers
Permanent Job vacancies at the Almeida will be posted on the jobs section of the site.
If you would like part time workin the theatre bar, or as an usher, please send your CV for the attention of the Theatre Manager to info@almeida.co.uk
Work Experience
The Almeida will accept work experience in three ways:
- Writing to request a placement as part of an existing scheme (e.g. a vocational course or positive action scheme)
- By responding to an advert produced by the Almeida
- By invitation from the Almeida by a particular department
For work experience placements the Almeida prioritises local students from groups based in Islington with which the theatre has an ongoing relationship. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications by anyone under the age of 16 in accordance with the Almeida's Child Protection Policy 2004.
For more information about careers in the theatre, please go to www.getintotheatre.org/jobs
Voluntary Work / Internships
The Almeida Theatre does not run a voluntary
scheme. Voluntary opportunities are through work experience or internships (please see above)
Assistant Director positions
Please send your cv to us at Almeida Street, Islington, London N1 1TA or email info@almeida.co.uk. You will be contacted if any suitable opportunities become available.
Acting / Casting Enquries
The Almeida does not have a casting department and each production is cast using a freelance casting director. If you would like to be considered in an acting role one of our productions please email info@almeida.co.uk giving details the production you wish to be considered for, and we will give you the appropriate contact.
Youth Theatre
Almeida Projects run a number of initiatives and
programmes with schools within the Borough of Islington. Please see our Projects section for further information for more information or resources that may be of interest.
Scripts
The Almeida does not have a literary department and subsequently is unable to read unsolicited scripts. If you have written a script, we suggest you contact Soho Theatre & Writers Centre or the Royal Court as they may be able to help you.
Supporting the Almeida
Full details on how you can support the Almeida can be found on the Support Ussection of the website.
Alternatively please call Susie Parker on 020 7288 4935 or email sparker@almeida.co.uk
Pre-show talks and events
Supporters of the Almeida have the opportunity to attend pre / post show events and talks, please see our Support Usor call Susie Parker on 020 7288 4935.